Beverly Najt founded 4Ekselans in 2005 out of a sense of divine purpose and her desire to see children, especially those growing up without fathers, have a chance at life.
First traveling to Haiti in 1986, Beverly was initially gripped with the disturbing scenes of crushing poverty, disease, darkness and death in Port-au-Prince, Haiti's capital. Behind the decay were remnants of what must have once been a beautiful city.
Being a native of New Orleans, she easily recognized the French-influenced architecture and culture, while experiencing a sense of déjà vu. But on a deeper spiritual level, she immediately felt connected to this strange land and her people. Touched deeply, never to be quite the same again, Bev felt her life become entwined with theirs. She knew that the Lord had called her to serve Him by serving the people of Haiti.
Hannah is a registered nurse. Hannah graduated with honors from Tarleton State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Science in 2008. She has worked as a charge nurse at Brownwood Regional Medical Center gaining experience in the Cardiac and Telemetry units. Currently, Hannah is employed as a charge nurse at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, TX. She has the opportunity to minister to body and spirit at the most vulnerable time in a person's life, and to be of comfort to his family.
Hannah spent five of her teen years growing up in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. She volunteered at Grace Children's Hospital working with babies and small children infected with AIDS and tuberculosis. After the earthquake in 2010, Hannah volunteered to go with a medical team to Sacré Cœur Hospital out of Milot, Haiti. Working in Intensive Care, she observed miracle after miracle taking place. During the trip, she realized the impact she could bring to a people she knows so well. She will continue to visit Haiti along with medical teams organized alongside 4Ekselans and various church groups.
Daniel Simon, Board Member
Daniel Simon, Principal Co-Founder of Brick City Film Center, is a trailblazer in Environmental Health, Safety, Sustainability, and Community Development with over 20 years of impactful experience. His career spans across diverse fields such as film, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and waste recycling, where he has consistently set new benchmarks for safety and inclusivity.
Daniel’s journey began in the early 2000s, working as an Environmental and Sustainability Associate at Clean Harbors and Sysms Metal Management. These roles laid the foundation for his expertise in creating sustainable and safe work environments. His career evolved through positions at prominent French companies, including L’Oréal and Saint-Gobain, where he honed his skills in managing complex safety protocols.
In the pharmaceutical sector, Daniel made significant contributions to safety at major firms like Bristol-Myers Squibb and GlaxoSmithKline. His work ensured the well-being of employees in highly regulated environments, showcasing his dedication to protecting human health.
Daniel’s influence extends to the entertainment industry, where he has spent over 15 years safeguarding crews on high-profile productions. At Fifth Season / Endeavor Content, Daniel excelled as Production Health & Safety Director with notable achievements including overseeing safety protocols for major productions such as "Eileen," "Maybe I Do," and "SEE." His role in these projects involved detailed script reviews, hazard assessments, and developing emergency response strategies. His meticulous approach has earned him acclaim for elevating health and safety standards on set. In his role as Lead Production Safety & Environmental Affairs Manager at Apple TV+, Daniel was instrumental in crafting risk mitigation strategies for productions in the Northeast Region.
These young adults, graduates of the Young Adults 4Excellence Leadership Institute in Jacmel, Haiti, serve on the Leadership Council. Most of them are experienced educators in the Haitian school system, as well as facilitators of 4Ekselans leadership clubs for children and teens. In that capacity, they unselfishly volunteer their time and talents to make a difference in young lives. They also serve on the leadership council, planning and giving direction to our various programs.
Menssohn Pierre Louis, Pierre Richard Lacoste, Mona Charles, Johny Volel, Delpha Pierre Louis, Amos Sanon, Mery Mesac, Evelt Pierre Louis